"Good things come to those who wait." This common English phrase, which extols the virtue of patience, speaks volumes regarding success, particularly when it comes to the fashion industry. We found five designer 'rags to riches' stories that are sure to inspire.

Artistic Fabric Mills is one of Karachi, Pakistan's leading premium denim manufacturers. They share 16 specialized facilities with their sister company, Artistic Garment Industries, with offices located in the US, Spain and Pakistan.

Sim’s hands-on experience with fashion and sports brands led him to witness the rapid progress in polyester and synthetics but a lack of innovation natural fabrics, that led him to find his company, Dropel Fabrics.

Downtown Abbey has gathered a global following for its unique portrayal of a servant-master home in period England. But it’s the show’s intricate character portrayal and their equally elaborate clothing that has us enchanted by Highclere Castle.